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Jens Birgersson Is Brenntag SE’s New CEO

The past president and CEO of Rockwood Group, Demark, replaces Dr. Christian Kohlpaintner, who will step down from his position on Aug. 31.

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By: Lianna Albrizio

Associate Editor

The Supervisory Board of Brenntag SE – the global market leader in chemicals and ingredients distribution – appointed Jens Birgersson as the company’s next CEO and member of the management board effective Sept. 1, 2025. Birgersson most recently served as president and CEO of Rockwool Group, Denmark. Prior to, he held various management positions in international market leading companies of different industries. Birgersson succeeds Dr. Christian Kohlpaintner, who opted not to renew his cont...

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